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Traction control (if equipped), Traction control, Driving – FORD 2006 F-150 v.3 User Manual

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TRACTION CONTROL

ி (IF EQUIPPED)

Your vehicle may be equipped with a Traction Control

௢ system. This

system helps you maintain the stability and steerability of your vehicle,
especially on slippery road surfaces such as snow- or ice-covered roads
and gravel roads. The system will allow your vehicle to make better use
of available traction in these conditions.

During Traction Control

௢ operation,

the traction control active light will
illuminate and the engine will not
“rev-up” when you push further on
the accelerator. This is normal
system behavior and should be no
reason for concern.

Aggressive driving in any road conditions can cause you to lose
control of your vehicle increasing the risk of severe personal

injury or property damage. The occurrence of a Traction Control

event is an indication that at least some of the tires have exceeded
their ability to grip the road; this may lead to an increased risk of loss
of vehicle control, vehicle rollover, personal injury and death. If you
experience a severe road event, SLOW DOWN.

The Traction Control

௢ switch,

located on the center console, has
an indicator light that illuminates
when the system is off. The Traction
Control

௢ system will automatically

turn on every time the ignition is
turned off and on. The Traction
Control

௢ system should normally be

left on.

If you should become stuck in snow or ice or on a very slippery road
surface, try switching the Traction Control

௢ system off. This may allow

excess wheel spin to “dig” the vehicle out and enable a successful
“rocking” maneuver.

If a system fault is detected, the traction control active light will
illuminate, the Traction Control

௢ button will not turn the system on or

off and your vehicle should be serviced by an authorized dealer.

2006 F-150 (f12)
Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt)
USA
(fus)

Driving

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